Democrats throwing Inaugural Ball in Farmington

Thursday

Jan 17, 2013 at 3:15 AM

By STEPHANIE PIROstephaniepiro@gmail.com

FARMINGTON — Each week brings us closer to spring. I know I’ve mentioned that before… but, really, can that ever be mentioned enough? Some of us can hardly wait for the birds, the butterflies and… yes, even those hummingbird moths. Speaking of wildlife, we’ve been host to a pride, or bevy or whatever the word is, flock I guess, of turkeys. They are very entertaining. And, if you are looking for entertainment with more literary merit… let me recommend “The Hangman’s Daughter” by Oliver Pötzsch, a terrific historical mystery and the last Goodwin Library book club choice. It’s available at the library for check out.

Sand & Salt Mixture available to residents

Sand & salt mix is available for Farmington residents to pick up at the Highway Garage located at 14 Baldwin Way (off Elm Street/Route 75). Sand and salt mix is not available for the public at the Transfer Station or sand and salt storage facility. The sand and salt mix is located on the right side of the driveway as you pass through the gate into the Highway Garage. Two, five-gallon buckets per winter storm event are permitted for each resident that need the material. Please do not hesitate to contact the Director of Public Works, Scott Hazelton, at (603) 755-4884, if you have any questions.

Goodwin Library News

The Goodwin Library Writers Group will be held Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 6 p.m.

Would you like to share your writing with other writers and get feedback (but not criticism)? Then come sit in and meet some of the best writers in the area (and become one of them). Whether you are a poet, a memoirist, a playwright, author of fiction or non-fiction or even a singer/songwriter… there is a place at the table for you.

Heads-up, poets! The Goodwin Library’s 11th Annual Poetry Contest will be kicking-off in February to give you an early start to write or compile your poems for entry. The Annual Poet’s Tea and Awards Ceremony will be Wednesday, April 24 at 6 p.m. so mark your calendars. The deadline for entries will be Friday, April 5. Forms will be available online and at the library the beginning of February.

500 Boys and Girls Club

Please come join us for our Rock for the Field House event to benefit Corey’s Field House on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion in Rochester. There will be three bands: Limbo Cage; Michael Spaulding; and Bad Prom Date as well as raffles and silent auctions. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Please e-mail Chip Grant at coreysfieldhouse@farmington500.org for more information.

Democrats to Host Inaugural Ball in Farmington

Join us in celebration of the Inauguration of President Barack Obama Sunday, Jan. 20 at 6 p.m. The Farmington Democratic Committee is hosting an Inaugural Ball in Farmington. The gala event will begin at 6 p.m. on Jan. 20 in the Farmington Recreation Center, 531 Main St., and end at 9 p.m. The Inaugural Ball will feature live entertainment from Rochester Poet Laureate, Pat O’Brien, followed by dancing. Hors D’oeuvres and finger foods will be available throughout the evening. Punch and sparkling ciders will also be served. There will also be a raffle with prizes including a “romantic overnight stay for two at the Governor’s Inn with free breakfast.”

Tickets are $10 per person at the door, but only $8 per person if you reserve them in advance. Special donor sponsorships of the event are still available.

Tickets can be reserved online at http://goo.gl/e5vSd, or by mailing your information and check to the Krasner Law Office, PO Box 637, Farmington NH 03835. Please include your e-mail address, the number of tickets you want to reserve, and your choice of sponsorship, if applicable. Indicate whether you will mail a check or pay at the door. We will e-mail you a confirmation and tell you your ticket number. Your tickets will be waiting for you at the door.

Meet Thursday, Jan. 24, from 12-8 p.m. in the Farmington High School Library. The FAFSA is required by a majority of US colleges and universities to determine eligibility for federal student aid, including the Direct Loan program and available federal grant programs. The NHHEAF Network Organizations’ Center for College Planning works one-on-one with families that need to file the FAFSA each year to ensure that deadlines are met and to answer any questions that arise during the process. To schedule an appointment, call 755-2811, ext. 106 or e-mail: dhagar@sau61.org.

Recreation Dept. News

The 10th annual Daddy Daughter Dance will feature music, dancing and special contests. A fine dinner of macaroni and cheese and chicken nuggets will be served. This is a special evening so please wear your “Sunday Best.” Tickets are now on sale at the Recreation Office.

Remember, only 200 tickets are available!

Who: Girls 4-12 years old who live in Farmington or Middleton and their chaperone. When: Friday, Feb. 15, from 6-8 p.m. Where: Recreation Department Gym. Fee: $25 per couple ($10 per additional child).

Meetings

Trustees of The Trust Funds — Thursday, Jan. 17, at 6 p.m.

MLK DAY - Town Offices closed, Monday, Jan. 21.

Planning Board, Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 6 p.m.

Budget Committee, Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m.

Any news?

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